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Drone Rules for Camp Okavango
Ngamiland South District, North-West District (north-west-district)
• Botswana
Nxaragha Island Okavango Delta, Botswana
Lat: -19.1321 • Lng: 23.0978
Air
Permission required
Last updated: May 23, 2026
Summary
Camp Okavango is located within a private concession in the Okavango Delta with frequent light aircraft activity and strict environmental controls. Drone use is highly restricted due to sensitive wildlife habitats and lodge/concession policies. Pilots should treat the area as a no-fly zone unless explicit permission is
Camp Okavango – Drone Flying Summary
Summary: Camp Okavango is located within a private concession in the Okavango Delta with frequent light aircraft activity and strict environmental controls. Drone use is highly restricted due to sensitive wildlife habitats and lodge/concession policies. Pilots should treat the area as a no-fly zone unless explicit permission is granted.
Risk Level: Very High Risk
Best Practice:
- Do not fly without explicit concession and lodge approval
- Avoid all wildlife and sensitive habitats
- Maintain visual line of sight
- Stay below 120 m (400 ft) AGL
- Be prepared to land immediately if aircraft are seen or heard
Notes:
- Drone operations in Botswana require approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB)
- Area has frequent low-flying safari aircraft and strict tourism controls
- This is a safety-based assessment and not an official controlled airspace designation